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Scouts Race to Rebuild Camp After 70 MPH Winds Hit
14 Aug
Summary
- Severe storms with 70 mph winds caused extensive damage.
- Camp Robert Drake's trees were twisted, broken, and uprooted.
- Volunteers are needed to repair damage before weekend events.
Severe storms struck Central Illinois on Tuesday, unleashing straight-line winds up to 70 miles per hour and causing extensive damage at Camp Robert Drake.
Trees at the camp were reportedly twisted, broken at the trunk, or completely uprooted by the powerful winds. Fortunately, no campers or staff were on-site when the storm passed through.
Volunteers and staff are now in a race against time to clear debris and repair the damage before the camp hosts events this upcoming weekend. The organization is appealing for both volunteer assistance and financial donations to help rebuild the storm-ravaged facilities.
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